deplete, drain, exhaust, impoverish, bankrupt mean to deprive of something essential to existence or potency. deplete implies a reduction in number or quantity so as to endanger the ability to function. …

To or into the condition of being wasted or lost: All of our best laid plans are down the drain.

Most commonly found at the bottom of sinks and bathtubs across the globe, a drain is the hole through which water is carried away. If it rains on the day you decided to go to the beach, you could say your …

Something that's draining tires you out, either physically or emotionally. Some people thrive on spending long days with young children, while others find it to be completely draining. Running a marathon or a …

Reliving painful experiences can be emotionally draining. Operating the heavy machinery is draining work.

It's very hard work, it's very draining. This work is physically exhausting and emotionally draining. Collins English Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers

to empty by drawing off liquid: [~ + object] to drain a swamp.[~ + object (+ of + object)] Drain the wound (of blood) before you apply the bandage. [no object] The crankcase has to drain before you put on …

Draining refers to the act of causing a liquid to flow out of a container or area, which can also imply exhausting something physically or emotionally.

Draining refers to the process of removing or causing a liquid to flow out from something, typically by means of a channel or outlet. It can also refer to the gradual loss or reduction of something such as …

Present participle of drain. That drains. The practice of exploring drains, tunnels, or sewers. Cassie could feel the color draining from her face. Lisa stared up at him, the blood draining from her face.